[comwatch]

We'll have a number of flags as well. Flyers and press materials is really a good idea. I think it a good idea to get contact names and phone numbers to any media that come by. You may find they call you next time out, or for reaction to evolving events in the middle east or here.

I'm trying to comfirm some intel from SFPD gleaned from a friend here on my local department. "Circling the Wagons may be neither practical or safe according to that info.

Also, be equipped for rain... so says the five day forecast at this hour. Some are saying there's a slight chance a front could arrive earlier than Sunday.

I'd like to collect some cell phone numbers and we'll provide ours (the caravan). Freepmail me with that information.

[SeenTheLight]

I'm planning on doing as many legit (meaning NOT journalism students) interviews as possible that day to get the word out. I find that commenting about how we often do interviews and then don't see any coverage, helps guilt them into it!

Rain looks probable, but I'm willing to be there, rain or shine. Raincoats and umbrellas are recommended (depending on the weather between now and then).